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Michael Ball
Ohio

In-network with

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Ohio, Cigna, Oscar Health, Oxford, and United Healthcare

Specializes in

Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, and Substance Use / Addiction

Great to meet you!

Michael earned his Bachelors and Masters degree in Social Work with a focus on mental health and substance use from The Ohio State University.


Michael has worked at a substance-use rehabilitation center as well as the department of veterans affairs. He later transitioned to private practice as a general provider.


Michael blends education with personalized problem solving. He believes in empowering his client with the tools they need to live their life the way they want to.

A bit about my approach to therapy

Michael works with anxiety, depression, trauma, communication and relationship issues as well as dissociative disorders.

Michael has internalized the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance and invests in his relationship with his clients. Michael has a laid back personality and prioritizes making his clients feel comfortable in sessions.


Some specific populaces that Michael enjoys are veterans, first-responders and people that work in competitive fields.

What you can expect from our first session

Clients can expect to gain understanding about the human emotional experience as well as a tailored approach to their own problems.


Michael's style is

Open-minded
Direct
Creative

Insurance carriers Michael accepts

Aetna
Anthem
Cigna
Oscar
Oxford
UnitedHealthcare

More about Michael

MSW (Master of Social Work) at The Ohio State University College of Social Work
License type: LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker)
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Languages: English
Works with: Adults
More specialties: Bipolar Disorder, OCD, PTSD, Men's Issues, Trauma, Family Issues, Stress, and Anger Management
Modalities: Behavior Modification, Trauma Focused, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, and Motivational Interviewing